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Watching it. I thought the first episode started out quite slow. I was tempted to stop, but I also realize now that it was essential. I'd say it's pretty good so far. The child actors are really good, which is refreshing. That's what keeps me going. I don't know how I'll feel about it once they go through the time shift.
It's definitely an interesting premise, but I can't form a full opinion on it yet. I'd definitely say give it a try. It's really heartwarming.
Sorry, I wasn't able to play earlier but there was an emergency. Another girl has cast eyes on my husband!
She is younger than me, taller than me, fabulously beautiful, a wonderful dancer and and is uh more endowed than me. She is also very sweet, and kind. But if that wasn't enough, oh no, she also the daughter of a Minister. A Minister!! Can you think of anyone more perfectly suited to capture his interest?!
Its quite good. I'm hooked by the time I got to ep 4. The kids performance...impressive. Get your tissues ready at ep 4. I'd miss the kids when the adults take over their characters. Can You Hear My Heart is now one of my can't wait for the next episode.
There are evil adults to hate. The relationship of the kids is really touching.
Lol I came to the thread to ask the same question! I haven't watched it but I'm considering it depending if people say it's good... it's too long for me to just jump into without knowing more.
It's good, heart warming show, didn't think it's slow, it had that warm feeling of 'Thank You',nice paced so far. This weekend the adult casts should come in, I'll see whether it's worth follow through. Hope the story won't be too heavy. This show has heart really.
I actually liked it right from the beginning......So far I'm finding it wonderful and very heartfelt...the actors, both young and old are great especially Kim Sae Ron, who is one kid that I can say will go places in her career...the veterans are pure gold too (Jung Bo Seok, Lee Hye Young, Jung Jae Young)...I was already getting teary eyed from episode two because of all the heartfelt moments betwen father and daughter but by episode four I was crying a river....the drama itself is very beautiful to look at with gorgeous cinematography....the one thing that is putting me off slightly is all the birth secrets or rather non secrets since all the characters seem to know about it now and there are some pretty hateful villains in there two though the one thing I do appreciate is that they are not all caricatured and seem to be conflicted and have some depth
Where can I watch it with English subtitles? I watched the first two eps with the subs, but now I can't watch it on viki. I've seen the eps raw, but does anyone know where to go for subs?
Good morning Open Thread! I've missed the last two weeks here because of being in my best friend's wedding in Alabama, and because I have been writing papers...
I'm here now, though, and I've finished the last assignment for my Master of Arts degree!!! I'm so happy I am practically floating around!
You know what this means, right? I now have SOOOOOO much more time to watch K-Dramas. Life, my friends, is very sweet right now.
I'm holding my breath and hoping that Best Love is fantastic, because those stills of CSW were making me drool...*crosses fingers and prays*
Hope you're all well! Have a feeling I'm just gonna lurk here today in reward for finishing my degree...
Master of Arts in Theological Studies from the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary in Missouri. I came here to learn to do in-depth academic study of theology and the Bible...it's been a really amazing experience!
Oddly enough, I won't be using this Master's degree directly in my career, although I know I'll use the skills in other areas.
Over the last two years I've worked with so many Korean exchange students here in my town, assisting them with English and editing for them, and it's shown me that I really have a love both for the Korean people and for teaching/tutoring in ESL situations. My bachelor's degree is in English, so it's not that surprising, really. As of August I'm going to be attending the Graduate Certificate in TESOL program at the University of Texas! The program lasts for two semesters, and I'll have my TESOL certification after that time.
The plan is to move to Korea in the summer or fall of 2012 and get a job teaching English in a conversational school or at a university in Seoul. My best friend moved back there at the beginning of this year and my heart's pretty much been in Seoul since then, so I would really like to move there at some point. We shall see!
I speak a little Korean but I understand quite a bit - when I'm listening to my Korean friends in conversation I usually understand 60-70%. I'm also planning to take Korean courses while I'm studying in the TESOL program, so hopefully by the time I go over I'll be able to speak much more!
Wow! 60-70% is a lot!!! I like to watch the shows RAW because I can't wait for the subs, but its more watching the actions. I only understand a word here and there.
I am so excited for you! Do you have plans to travel around Asia during your time off? I have a girlfriend who is a missionary in South Africa and she travels during her time off around the African continent. She teaches about AIDS and works with people with AIDS.
Well, I'm actually hoping to move there at least semi-permanently, so if I do that I'll need to periodically take trips outside the country in order to renew my work visa and things like that - so I'm thinking I'll travel to other surrounding countries during those times. But we'll see! I love to travel so I want to get as much as I can out of the experience!
**Waves at fellow Assembly of God person** And I'm in Alabama to boot! Woo!
On a separate note....what in the world is the bottled drink that was so popular in Secret Garden? Some kind of coffee? Or a vitamin drink? I'm really curious. None of the Korean markets near here have anything that looks remotely like it, although I've seen plenty of aloe and grass jelly drinks (whatever that is).
Congratulations on your degree!!! And congratulations on the extra time you'll have to watch k-dramas!!
I'm also SUPER EXCITED about Best Love. Not only because of the fantastic leads, or the genius writers, but since a virtual marriage that becomes real is like a gold mine of dramatic and comic potential. I'm like two steps away from counting down the days until this drama starts.
I have such a weakness for arranged-marriage stories!! I think it started back when I was a little girl reading fairy tales and stories about King Arthur and all that, but I can't seem to get the love for that theme out of my system!
I'm so excited about best love. I keep imagining cha seung won in a range of emotions and really goofy antics but not ridiculous. I have been marathoning hong sisters dramas starting with choon hyang ( which I'd say so far is their best) I'm also thinking it's silly of me to expect the male lead to have as much fun as the female lead. It's usually the woman's story with the guy being a solid but flawed character. And I don't want cha seung won to be flawed!!!!!
I know exactly what you mean! It is really important what the writers script for the male lead. I don't want to spill my beans here, but in my post I am gonna talk about just this thing! It's very intriguing how we all go through similar thoughts at the same time.
I would love to see this show too, but when I did a search, I could not find any descriptions for "Best Love". I did however, find The Greatest Love for Gong Hyo Jin on Dramawiki. Apparently, they are going with this title instead.....but yeah, I would love to see CSW do more upbeat, fun, romantic characters. Him and Gong Hyo Jin together, not so sure about that.... then again, I was unsure about him with Kim Sun Ah and they totally rocked City Hall...
okay part of that had to do with both of those actors being great actors in their own right as well as the characters that were created. I think seung won oppa is going to do a good job and I think since he is a hot commodity he wouldn't pick a drama that won't pay well and will have a crappy script.
It's so good to be back...when I was in Alabama I didn't have internet access except on my phone and I was going crazy! I'm probably just going to stay on this site 24 hours a day for a while now, LOL!
I think that for me 49 Days was like a surprise gift. One totally not expected, but something I really wanted, good entertaining, funny, slightly suspenseful drama. Everyone loves the characters!
unnie, I think it's best to wait and marathon! The viki unnies seem to be working very fast and I hope they keep up so there should be 4 episodes by next weekend!
He is adorable isn't he? Although I have to say my favorite character so far is Janice unnie. I love her and her craptastic mullet! She steals every scene she's in and is in danger of running away with the whole show completely. So far she has way more chemistry with SJS than the leading lady does. Unfortunately, for me, she's the least engaging character so far. I find her kinda wimpy and whiny, and totally blah...Only 2 episodes in though, so maybe she'll grow on me enough to find a reason to want her to end up with the manny instead of her sister.
is janice unnie byun jung soo? I could've told you she would rock the show. she is an amazing actress or at least I always get that feeling while watching her. She is also stunning.
She is hilarious! I can't wait to see what happens after viewing the previews. I could already see her with the Manny! Unrealistic script-wise, but she does steal the show! What a wild combo that would be.
maybe they'll make manny have a "twin" so that byun jung soo can end up with ji seuk too. by the way this a semi reunion for some bad couple alums. choi jung yoon had ( in my opinion so far,) the best role of her career in that drama. everyone since then has been a step back and I thought that she would come in to her own in manny but it seems byun jung soo is one upping her.
Except Episode 1 wasn't all that great in my opinion. They immediately revealed why he came back to Korea. I hate it when they don't tell us things right away, but they revealed a bit to early for me. As always, the selection for the English speaking characters was, um, bad. Would've been nice to randomly grab, oh say, maybe Danny Glover to play the part of the Mets Player (Coach?). Alas, it was not possible. Despite my love for Byun Jung Soo, her hair is horrible in the show. Looks like a mullet. They should've just kept it short instead of using that pony-tail-extension-thingy. Or, is that really her hair these days? And don't even get me started on the green contact lens. It's probably a part of her character, but man it just makes her close ups bad... in a laugh out loud snerk kind of way. The kids are lovable though, of course the Manny too. But that's just Episode 1, where they made the connections for the characters a bit too *sarcastically* conveniently easy. Hopefully, Episode 2 would hook me. X/
Your comment reminded me of something I noticed. Many times when they utilize English speaking characters, those people relay their script lines very slowly. At first I thought, why use people who don't speak English very well. But then I had another thought, maybe they are told to speak slowly so that the Korean speaking characters can pick up the cue to say their lines or follow along?
Yes, after watching (and stopped watching) Love Story in Harvard, I could see that slow speech from non-Korean actors was more important than acting skills.
Some of the non-Korean actors in that were HORRIBLE, and when they GOT ANGRY they SCREAMED at poor Kim Rae Won and Kim Tae Hee. I would have run off the set!
I think this is my first time writing in the thread although I go to dramabeans everyday!
Right now I'm totally loving 49 days! Thank you javabeans and girlfriday for recapping the drama. It makes the weekdays much more bearable with something to look forward too.
I wondering does anyone here watch the thornbirds? Is it worth catching the drama?
49 days premiered (stateside) last night. I don't mind being behind I love having dramas to watch on tv. My sister ( who is new to dramas) said that it seems to be more like drop dead diva than dead like me. thornbirds was on tv on wednesday night and I was watching during commercials on top chef masters ( which has replaced kelly choi) and there was one scene with nonstop crying I never want to be that miserable. There was also a good scene with an actress with cancer. I think I'll give it a try just to get an idea of how things go but from the spoilers someone has been posting it seems like a tiring drama a la sandglass.
Okay I'm halfway through episode 2 of 49 days right now and I am loving in it!!!!!!!! I love it. it is a total rip off of a few dramas but in a mocking way I think.
I wait until my quiet Sundays to watch the episodes so it's hard to post about it here and now.
I end up adding very late comments to OT in hopes someone reads them and replies.
If you do a search on some of the older OT's you'll see various comments through-out.
I know exactly how you feel! I watch bits and pieces on my quiet Friday and wait until Sunday to watch them with subs, so it's hard to share on this week's episode in the OT. I already watched 13 and 14 (w/o subs) and I can't wait to understand what they are saying because they looked like great and fast paced episodes.
same here! I wait till Sunday to watch it with subs and then the OT is already over and I go crazy because simply I wanna yell and talk about that evil women and that adorable second lead guy :(
I'm still waiting for the moment both YuKyung and Youngjo regret what they did to Jung Eun. I want them to suffer and cry and be so miserable. I'm not that evil but they both deserve it, don't they?
I don't get how that evil women act like a caring mother or a good daughter trying to look for her mother and see if she is doing well, as if she really cars, and at the same time is still doing all the bad things she used to do to her (only) frriend. aish, I keep yelling at my screen (chechaaa!? now you are crying!?! I don't buy that so don't ever try )
I feel bad for Kang Woo and I really want him to get the girl but I know that won't happen :(
Thorn Birds...eeeek....evil woman Yukyung!!
I really like Kang Woo. He really seems sincere & cares for JungEun. His challenge to court her made Youngjo propose to JungEun. I know that he's sincere to too but I feel as though he hasn't got over Yukyong, has he? Or its just that he's too busy with business because his goal is to do well & show Yukyung. His frequent business lunch with that fiery business woman might tempt him to betray Jung Eun.
Would the evil woman, Yukyung still want him back?
Maybe Kang Woo will offer his shoulder to JungEun to cry on.
I'm afraid to say more...for now...later. Enjoy!
As much as I want Joo Sang Wook to get the girl, I have to agree that he doesn't seem to love Jung Eung. He obviously cares for her deeply, but he is still affected by what happened with the evil Han PD. He simply cannot end up with that evil woman again... under any circumstances. Gah! my blood pressure just went up again!
Everything else being equal, by next week, I think I will start rooting for Kan Woo.
ORLY? I have only watched it raw, so I don't know how he sounded.
If he likes bad girls, which he has proven repeatedly, you are right.
My biggest fear is that when finds out the Evil One had his baby, he will fall back in love with her because eventually she will redeem herself and be a good oma. Six more episodes, it could happen.
But I feel the same way about Kang Woo being too nice for JE.
"My biggest fear is that when finds out the Evil One had his baby, he will fall back in love with her because eventually she will redeem herself and be a good oma."
Omo! That never crossed my mind, but I am now very nervous at the possibility. NO, writers, NO!
I'm so addicted to Thorn Birds is not even funny anymore. I love Young Jo to death. I agree with you all and I think he still doesn't love Jung Eun. And that effing official poster keeps bothering me! The one with Young Jo hugging Jung Eun, but holding Evil Fish Eye Biatch's arm. If you watch it closely is like he is trying to reach EFEB but Jung Eun is interfering between them. I don't like it one bit. It gives me nightmares at night. Also, how much I hate that, besides Twinkle Twinkle, this is the show that takes longer to sub (I really really love you subbers!!).
totally agree! I hate that poster too. It is like the not-so-evil guy get to win the nice girl while at the same time he is still trying to hold onto the so-evil girl!! ugh. She is there because she is stupid enough to believe him and he was selfish enough to let her in. aaaaaaaaaaah it drives me crazy :(
I didn't like both of them in this drama. I can't feel bad or sorry for them. They deserve more.
I'm sorry Jomo I find the lead girl in Thorn Birds terribly annoying. I feel like doing a Sadako on her; Sadako climbs out of the tv right? Well, I feel like climbing INTO the tv, clobbering her on the head and throwing her into a well. I just feel like screaming at her: GET A LIFE! WHY DO YOU LET THESE PPL WALK ALL OVER YOU? ARE YOU A HUMAN BEING OR A DOORMAT????? It's so ridiculous to do the things she does for Evil Woman....I know she's a thorn bird, geez I know they are ALL thorn birds but pleaseeeee I can't take the suffering silently thing anymore argh Just talking about it makes me annoyed! OK gotta go gaze at Kang-ahhhhh for kind, peaceful thoughts. Kang-ahhhhh where are youuuu
Really good. Best friends, one is so evil you love to hate & stomp, the other too nice she needs to be bad to deal with her evil best friend who bullies her & allows it.
The evil woman is full of hatred. She grabs the love interest of her naive best friend, frames her about a scandal she created that destroyed the lives of those affected. She dumps responsibility on her naive best friend...a family she could have had. 6 years later, evil friend comes back, stalking & bullying her naive friend. She's secretly jealous & perhaps regret but shock is a better word...that her friend is happy with a family that should be hers. Its now on ep 14...a happy event is about to take place for the nice friend...the evil friend turns up to stop it. Secrets maybe revealed from hereon...the secrets, lies & videotape scandal!!!
...continuing "Thorn Birds" where secret lies & the video tape maybe revealed...
Evil woman, Yukyung got a lot of explaining to reason out why she's stopping YoungJo "getting on" with JungEun.
As much as I'd love the union of YoungJo & "his kiddO", JungEun I'm not convinced yet that he's got the evil woman out of his sytem. Not yet...and I sense betrayal(seduction) with that fiery business woman if they keep on meeting...work, lunch, dinners...
I don't mind Kang woo with Jung Eun, he has shown sincerity & loyalty towards her since they met. I was touched when he asked YJ whose affection is greater for JungEun. YJ for being with her for 6yrs or his(Kangwoo) for missing her & longing for her those 6yrs. This chat prompted or maybe pushed YJ to pursue JE quickly.
Kang woo might still have a chance to show his love & care to JE. If YJ & JE love& trust each other strongly no one can separate them, but...*evil woman on the prowl*
Wow this week has been horrible.... Been up until 2 every morning, waking up at 5:30 to start the day, and it wasn't even for a k-drama!!! Sigh.
But it's nice to sign on and see an Open Thread. It's like a small reprieve from the stress of the week, to be able to talk to all of you wonderful people. Hugs to all!!
OMG!!! TGIF!!! This week (or the next 2 for that matter) can not end soon enough! This is the home-stretch (sort-of, barring a little summer school) of undergrad for me. Anyone else studying for final exams, yet still lurking around dramabeans? =)
Wow this week has been horrible.... Been up until 2 every morning, waking up at 5:30 to start the day, and it wasn't even for a k-drama!!! Sigh.
But it's nice to sign on and see an Open Thread. It's like a small reprieve from the stress of the week, to be able to talk to all of you wonderful people. Hugs to all!!
I just started 49 days last night. I'm glad I waited for two reasons one there are several recaps so I won't ever have a cliff hanger and all the current fans are testament to the quality. However there are a lot of you're beautiful fan's and I dropped it and picked it up and dropped it again. hmm
That's how I felt too, but she definitely grows on you whether you like it or not (and I don't!). Anyway, I'm super jealous that you get it subbed on TCK. But then again, I don't think I could've waited until now to start it.
I'd been holding off on 49 Days, also, because I just wanted to be sure that it would be enjoyable, but at this point everyone has pretty much convinced me...it's going on my list of dramas-to-watch!
I absolutely adore him. He is not the best actor... but there is just something about him....*sigh*
It seems that most of the characters he plays have a boyish quality to them, which I find endearing. However I would love to see him to take on a more complex character. I think if I saw him in a hot kissing scene I would spontaneously combust. That is a risk I'd be willing to take.
I LIKE ji jin-hee. He's good when acting comical character. I really like him in The Man Who Can't Get Married. I don't know much about his roles before Jewel in The Palace, seem like he got more serious kind of role. @.@ But I love him playing comical so... :3
I loved him in Dong Yi. Chonahhhhhhh! He was the reason I could watch every single blinking episode of that drama. He was good in Jewel in the Palace too. He starred in The Man Who Can't Get Married (good) and Spotlight (ok). He's been some others that I can't think of right now. Truth be told... I think he is hot. He wears traditional Korean costumes exceptionally well. Yep, he makes me all melty.
Just finished Dream High. Oh Sam Dong-ah, how you make this grown woman cry! Oh Jin Man, if there's a sequel to this show, you should be the star teacher the next time around. Didn't like the ending, though. It was sort of "Meh" to me.
On another topic: does anyone know a website that has Hair Show with English subs? I've not had any luck finding it.
After watching the last two episodes of "49 Days" I realize who the real hero is in "Dream High." The comments and idea about "allowing the person you love to misunderstand you so you do not have to offer excuses" is exactly what Jin-gook did. He takes a job and leaves "home" so that he can stay in Korea (not go to the USA) to be near his love. He is totally misunderstood and maligned for that.
I agree that the person who plays Sam-dong is the best actor, but I do not feel SD is the hero of the show.
Hi everyone.
Is Dream High worth to continue watching?
=)
Just want to know
Does anyone have the problem of almost never finishing a drama, but always starting new ones? I have like atleast 30 dramas i still need to finish watching... ;-;
What episode are you on now? In my opinion the earlier episodes can be a bit tedious to watch but it definitely gets better. Episodes 13 and 14 are the best.
endroinr do you stop watching because you suddenly get two or three dramas for the price of one? or do you reanimate disbelief when you're supposed to suspend it? It's true there are only a few perfectly rounded dramas and even those have a mother who loses her mind and mistakes her rival's son for her son and puts the knaso on her daughters childhood to adulthood love or endless boiler problems and a fire at the factory or a disapproving parent just when the couple reunites after the guy left without a word for 6 months, but you should still stick with them.
I have the same problem. The time is short and there's so much to watch. I'm also counting on what other people say/their reviews when deciding whether to start a drama or not. Innitially I wanted to try Torn Bird but base on what I read hear I think I pass. What I hate the most in Kdrama is when it increases my blood presure.
Yeah...if you don't like the feeling of loving to hate the evil woman in "Thorn Birds" the feeling of wanting to slap & pulling her hair...that face you love to hate!! But its good...has made my blood warm & circulate more.
*New Tales of Gisaeng* is a drama that does not have evil people...not very damaging as Thorn's...
The dance of GongJu got me watching at the start, Damo captivated the first time he saw Saran, they dated but must not touch! but they fell in love! Their fiery love story begins...
Then there's about parents looking for their kids they gave away or just found out about!
Damo is really cute, cocky but learning to mature through his passion (love) for Saran.
Love the song of Saran that made Damo choke, painfully regretting...
however the websites don't seem to be caught up with the tv. On tv it's episodes 30,31 this weekend and I think the websites only have until 22 subbed.
Hello all! This is my first time posting on the Open Thread... Am I the only one obsessed with 49 days?? :) The characters have such great chemistry, its hard to choose which couple to root for!!
I got excited when I saw the listing for a show called "While you Were Sleeping" then I read the plot synopsis. ... Sigh. Show, you got my hopes up for two minutes.
But it's okay, I'm already counting down for Baby Faced Beauty, Best Love and Lie to Me. So much to watch.
I might be one of the few watching Crime Squad. It's uhh I don't know, kind of dumb fun.
which channel is crime squad on and what came before it? I want to watch it for lee jong hyuk. I really want to see him get the girl ( I was disappointed when he didn't in powerful opponents)
I watch it online, but the internet tells me it's on KBS2 and Dream High was in that time slot before it. It's on Monday&Tuesdays nights. (The title is actually Homicide, if you're searching in Korean)
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1 Elaine
April 15, 2011 at 6:50 AM
Happy friday guys!!!
Anyone watching can you hear my heart?
Any good?
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Sarah
April 15, 2011 at 7:34 AM
Watching it. I thought the first episode started out quite slow. I was tempted to stop, but I also realize now that it was essential. I'd say it's pretty good so far. The child actors are really good, which is refreshing. That's what keeps me going. I don't know how I'll feel about it once they go through the time shift.
It's definitely an interesting premise, but I can't form a full opinion on it yet. I'd definitely say give it a try. It's really heartwarming.
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 7:52 AM
I agree the start was slow.
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 9:57 AM
By the way, Where IS Ms. Viola Choi today? Will she be coming out to play?
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pipit
April 15, 2011 at 6:18 PM
Her husband is sulking handsomely so she decides to play with him.
MJP
April 15, 2011 at 7:19 PM
PIPIT!!!!
Have you come to play today?
Yes, Viola's husband does require a lot of care. I have heard he is very much into a daily routine.
Viola
April 17, 2011 at 7:07 PM
Hi MJP! :P I feel loved!!
Sorry, I wasn't able to play earlier but there was an emergency. Another girl has cast eyes on my husband!
She is younger than me, taller than me, fabulously beautiful, a wonderful dancer and and is uh more endowed than me. She is also very sweet, and kind. But if that wasn't enough, oh no, she also the daughter of a Minister. A Minister!! Can you think of anyone more perfectly suited to capture his interest?!
MJP
April 17, 2011 at 10:02 PM
Viola,
Since I recently watched "It Started With A Kiss" tdrama, I have to encourage you not to give up your man.
As for her being a daughter of a minister, the daughter is NOT her father, so don't worry. I've heard it said so many times that PK's are human too!
http://vodpod.com/watch/3315380-satanic-rock-artist-pastors-kid-alice-cooper-returns-to-jesus-mp4
Elllen
April 15, 2011 at 7:47 AM
Its quite good. I'm hooked by the time I got to ep 4. The kids performance...impressive. Get your tissues ready at ep 4. I'd miss the kids when the adults take over their characters. Can You Hear My Heart is now one of my can't wait for the next episode.
There are evil adults to hate. The relationship of the kids is really touching.
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queencircles
April 15, 2011 at 7:48 AM
Lol I came to the thread to ask the same question! I haven't watched it but I'm considering it depending if people say it's good... it's too long for me to just jump into without knowing more.
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Dara
April 15, 2011 at 8:04 AM
It's good, heart warming show, didn't think it's slow, it had that warm feeling of 'Thank You',nice paced so far. This weekend the adult casts should come in, I'll see whether it's worth follow through. Hope the story won't be too heavy. This show has heart really.
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Dara
April 16, 2011 at 11:03 AM
KJW showed up in episode 5 tonight, he's awesome and his smiles...aww Loved this episode.
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MJP
April 16, 2011 at 11:26 PM
Yippee!!!!
I'll start watching it again now.
A big "SORRY" to the lovers of the back story business, but I want to get moving to the adults already!
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danna
April 15, 2011 at 8:07 AM
I actually liked it right from the beginning......So far I'm finding it wonderful and very heartfelt...the actors, both young and old are great especially Kim Sae Ron, who is one kid that I can say will go places in her career...the veterans are pure gold too (Jung Bo Seok, Lee Hye Young, Jung Jae Young)...I was already getting teary eyed from episode two because of all the heartfelt moments betwen father and daughter but by episode four I was crying a river....the drama itself is very beautiful to look at with gorgeous cinematography....the one thing that is putting me off slightly is all the birth secrets or rather non secrets since all the characters seem to know about it now and there are some pretty hateful villains in there two though the one thing I do appreciate is that they are not all caricatured and seem to be conflicted and have some depth
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blahblahblah
April 15, 2011 at 5:03 PM
Where can I watch it with English subtitles? I watched the first two eps with the subs, but now I can't watch it on viki. I've seen the eps raw, but does anyone know where to go for subs?
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ck1Oz
April 16, 2011 at 12:08 AM
Softsubs are out from viki till ep 4
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Cindy
April 15, 2011 at 9:08 AM
I'm thinking of starting but I'm not sure if I will like it TT_TT
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 11:39 AM
The way I read you comment made me laugh:
"I’m not sure if I will like it STONEHENGE."
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viola
April 15, 2011 at 12:00 PM
Hahaha Jomo! :)
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2 Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 6:53 AM
Good morning Open Thread! I've missed the last two weeks here because of being in my best friend's wedding in Alabama, and because I have been writing papers...
I'm here now, though, and I've finished the last assignment for my Master of Arts degree!!! I'm so happy I am practically floating around!
You know what this means, right? I now have SOOOOOO much more time to watch K-Dramas. Life, my friends, is very sweet right now.
I'm holding my breath and hoping that Best Love is fantastic, because those stills of CSW were making me drool...*crosses fingers and prays*
Hope you're all well! Have a feeling I'm just gonna lurk here today in reward for finishing my degree...
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 7:09 AM
We missed you!
Congrats!
What is your major?
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Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 7:14 AM
Master of Arts in Theological Studies from the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary in Missouri. I came here to learn to do in-depth academic study of theology and the Bible...it's been a really amazing experience!
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 7:55 AM
Portia,
What are your plans now? What type of work are you planning to go into?
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Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 8:06 AM
Oddly enough, I won't be using this Master's degree directly in my career, although I know I'll use the skills in other areas.
Over the last two years I've worked with so many Korean exchange students here in my town, assisting them with English and editing for them, and it's shown me that I really have a love both for the Korean people and for teaching/tutoring in ESL situations. My bachelor's degree is in English, so it's not that surprising, really. As of August I'm going to be attending the Graduate Certificate in TESOL program at the University of Texas! The program lasts for two semesters, and I'll have my TESOL certification after that time.
The plan is to move to Korea in the summer or fall of 2012 and get a job teaching English in a conversational school or at a university in Seoul. My best friend moved back there at the beginning of this year and my heart's pretty much been in Seoul since then, so I would really like to move there at some point. We shall see!
MJP
April 15, 2011 at 9:44 AM
Do you speak Korean?
Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 10:44 AM
I speak a little Korean but I understand quite a bit - when I'm listening to my Korean friends in conversation I usually understand 60-70%. I'm also planning to take Korean courses while I'm studying in the TESOL program, so hopefully by the time I go over I'll be able to speak much more!
MJP
April 15, 2011 at 3:33 PM
Wow! 60-70% is a lot!!! I like to watch the shows RAW because I can't wait for the subs, but its more watching the actions. I only understand a word here and there.
I am so excited for you! Do you have plans to travel around Asia during your time off? I have a girlfriend who is a missionary in South Africa and she travels during her time off around the African continent. She teaches about AIDS and works with people with AIDS.
Ashley Thomas
April 16, 2011 at 10:07 AM
Well, I'm actually hoping to move there at least semi-permanently, so if I do that I'll need to periodically take trips outside the country in order to renew my work visa and things like that - so I'm thinking I'll travel to other surrounding countries during those times. But we'll see! I love to travel so I want to get as much as I can out of the experience!
MJP
April 16, 2011 at 1:39 PM
Portia,
Be encouraged to follow Father's leading, huh?
Stacy
April 15, 2011 at 12:45 PM
**Waves at fellow Assembly of God person** And I'm in Alabama to boot! Woo!
On a separate note....what in the world is the bottled drink that was so popular in Secret Garden? Some kind of coffee? Or a vitamin drink? I'm really curious. None of the Korean markets near here have anything that looks remotely like it, although I've seen plenty of aloe and grass jelly drinks (whatever that is).
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Emily- TytoAlba
April 15, 2011 at 7:10 AM
Congratulations on your degree!!! And congratulations on the extra time you'll have to watch k-dramas!!
I'm also SUPER EXCITED about Best Love. Not only because of the fantastic leads, or the genius writers, but since a virtual marriage that becomes real is like a gold mine of dramatic and comic potential. I'm like two steps away from counting down the days until this drama starts.
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Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 7:17 AM
I have such a weakness for arranged-marriage stories!! I think it started back when I was a little girl reading fairy tales and stories about King Arthur and all that, but I can't seem to get the love for that theme out of my system!
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:20 AM
I'm so excited about best love. I keep imagining cha seung won in a range of emotions and really goofy antics but not ridiculous. I have been marathoning hong sisters dramas starting with choon hyang ( which I'd say so far is their best) I'm also thinking it's silly of me to expect the male lead to have as much fun as the female lead. It's usually the woman's story with the guy being a solid but flawed character. And I don't want cha seung won to be flawed!!!!!
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Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 7:33 AM
Bahaha...lets' just admit it - no one wants CSW to be flawed! We just want him and his perfection to continue burning up the screen eternally... XD
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malta
April 15, 2011 at 9:49 AM
Burn that screen up! I agree 100% :)
MJP
April 15, 2011 at 7:58 AM
ahjummabunny,
I know exactly what you mean! It is really important what the writers script for the male lead. I don't want to spill my beans here, but in my post I am gonna talk about just this thing! It's very intriguing how we all go through similar thoughts at the same time.
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chiomy
April 15, 2011 at 11:37 AM
I would love to see this show too, but when I did a search, I could not find any descriptions for "Best Love". I did however, find The Greatest Love for Gong Hyo Jin on Dramawiki. Apparently, they are going with this title instead.....but yeah, I would love to see CSW do more upbeat, fun, romantic characters. Him and Gong Hyo Jin together, not so sure about that.... then again, I was unsure about him with Kim Sun Ah and they totally rocked City Hall...
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 12:17 PM
okay part of that had to do with both of those actors being great actors in their own right as well as the characters that were created. I think seung won oppa is going to do a good job and I think since he is a hot commodity he wouldn't pick a drama that won't pay well and will have a crappy script.
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April 15, 2011 at 7:18 AM
Congratulations. :D
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Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 7:52 AM
Thank you thank you!! :D
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janna
April 15, 2011 at 7:25 AM
Congratulations on your degree~ I bet it was hard being away, glad you're back!
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Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 7:53 AM
It's so good to be back...when I was in Alabama I didn't have internet access except on my phone and I was going crazy! I'm probably just going to stay on this site 24 hours a day for a while now, LOL!
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 7:50 AM
Portia,
It's great to read from you. A big YIPPEE for finishing the last assignment on you Master of Arts degree!!!
Have you stared watching something? There is so much to watch now. The drought of good kdramas has ended!
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Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 7:55 AM
Just started watching 49 Days this morning! :) It's so nice to have time to do this again without feeling guilty because I'm not writing papers.
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 8:02 AM
I think that for me 49 Days was like a surprise gift. One totally not expected, but something I really wanted, good entertaining, funny, slightly suspenseful drama. Everyone loves the characters!
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mellowyel
April 15, 2011 at 8:20 AM
congrats!!!
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elle loves kdrama
April 15, 2011 at 8:25 AM
Welcome back! Congrats on your degree, that is no small treat! I am also counting the day until Best Love: CSW is the man! Enough said :)
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Viola
April 15, 2011 at 10:54 AM
Congratulation Portia! *hugs* :)
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ar
April 15, 2011 at 1:38 PM
Congrats Portia! And your future plans sound really exciting!
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3 Celexa
April 15, 2011 at 6:55 AM
Great Day! My weekend Joseon X Files marathon is on my line up of things to do! I can hardly wait!
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Alvina
April 15, 2011 at 9:54 AM
That was a great series (and Kim Ji-Hoon, imo, is such man-candy)
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4 Ohemgee
April 15, 2011 at 6:56 AM
Absolutely LOVING seo ji suk in manny!!!!
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Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 7:00 AM
Must watch that next! I was considering waiting until there were a few more episodes, though...should I wait, or watch it as it goes??
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:04 AM
unnie, I think it's best to wait and marathon! The viki unnies seem to be working very fast and I hope they keep up so there should be 4 episodes by next weekend!
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Elllen
April 15, 2011 at 7:49 AM
Me too! He's so cute! Really good manny!
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nauna
April 15, 2011 at 8:37 AM
He is adorable isn't he? Although I have to say my favorite character so far is Janice unnie. I love her and her craptastic mullet! She steals every scene she's in and is in danger of running away with the whole show completely. So far she has way more chemistry with SJS than the leading lady does. Unfortunately, for me, she's the least engaging character so far. I find her kinda wimpy and whiny, and totally blah...Only 2 episodes in though, so maybe she'll grow on me enough to find a reason to want her to end up with the manny instead of her sister.
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 8:44 AM
is janice unnie byun jung soo? I could've told you she would rock the show. she is an amazing actress or at least I always get that feeling while watching her. She is also stunning.
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nauna
April 15, 2011 at 10:14 AM
Yes, it's BJS and she has a new fan here. She is maahhvelous!
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 9:55 AM
She is hilarious! I can't wait to see what happens after viewing the previews. I could already see her with the Manny! Unrealistic script-wise, but she does steal the show! What a wild combo that would be.
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nauna
April 15, 2011 at 10:16 AM
I know right?! Can you see them each trying to out-diva the other? *grinning ear to ear just thinking about it*
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 12:52 PM
maybe they'll make manny have a "twin" so that byun jung soo can end up with ji seuk too. by the way this a semi reunion for some bad couple alums. choi jung yoon had ( in my opinion so far,) the best role of her career in that drama. everyone since then has been a step back and I thought that she would come in to her own in manny but it seems byun jung soo is one upping her.
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ohemgee
April 15, 2011 at 6:05 PM
i only JUST NOW realized that janice is a caricature of janice dickinson!!!
WOW i am slow. haha
i have a love/hate relationship with her character-- while i find her entertaining at times, i have also found her to be beyond annoying.
the kids are AMAZING little actors--such attitude and depth from the little tykes!
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 9:52 AM
Yes, it's another show that is off to a good start!
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Linda165
April 15, 2011 at 3:03 PM
You should see episode two... He is in both a shower scene and a.. wait for it... a tutu scene!!
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 5:07 PM
He's a cross between Hyun Bin and Kim Hyun Joong, maybe?
The perm was throwing me towards thinking of BSJ.
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Linda165
April 15, 2011 at 5:33 PM
You're absolutely right. A more mature, manly (hence the drama tittle) KHJ.
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Ani
April 15, 2011 at 6:16 PM
Except Episode 1 wasn't all that great in my opinion. They immediately revealed why he came back to Korea. I hate it when they don't tell us things right away, but they revealed a bit to early for me. As always, the selection for the English speaking characters was, um, bad. Would've been nice to randomly grab, oh say, maybe Danny Glover to play the part of the Mets Player (Coach?). Alas, it was not possible. Despite my love for Byun Jung Soo, her hair is horrible in the show. Looks like a mullet. They should've just kept it short instead of using that pony-tail-extension-thingy. Or, is that really her hair these days? And don't even get me started on the green contact lens. It's probably a part of her character, but man it just makes her close ups bad... in a laugh out loud snerk kind of way. The kids are lovable though, of course the Manny too. But that's just Episode 1, where they made the connections for the characters a bit too *sarcastically* conveniently easy. Hopefully, Episode 2 would hook me. X/
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 7:31 PM
Ani,
Your comment reminded me of something I noticed. Many times when they utilize English speaking characters, those people relay their script lines very slowly. At first I thought, why use people who don't speak English very well. But then I had another thought, maybe they are told to speak slowly so that the Korean speaking characters can pick up the cue to say their lines or follow along?
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jomo143
April 16, 2011 at 7:42 AM
Yes, after watching (and stopped watching) Love Story in Harvard, I could see that slow speech from non-Korean actors was more important than acting skills.
Some of the non-Korean actors in that were HORRIBLE, and when they GOT ANGRY they SCREAMED at poor Kim Rae Won and Kim Tae Hee. I would have run off the set!
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5 Gwen
April 15, 2011 at 6:59 AM
Hi all! TGIF! Weekend is here.
I think this is my first time writing in the thread although I go to dramabeans everyday!
Right now I'm totally loving 49 days! Thank you javabeans and girlfriday for recapping the drama. It makes the weekdays much more bearable with something to look forward too.
I wondering does anyone here watch the thornbirds? Is it worth catching the drama?
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Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 7:01 AM
Welcome to the OT!!! :D
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mud
April 15, 2011 at 7:17 AM
Double welcome! =)
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:09 AM
49 days premiered (stateside) last night. I don't mind being behind I love having dramas to watch on tv. My sister ( who is new to dramas) said that it seems to be more like drop dead diva than dead like me. thornbirds was on tv on wednesday night and I was watching during commercials on top chef masters ( which has replaced kelly choi) and there was one scene with nonstop crying I never want to be that miserable. There was also a good scene with an actress with cancer. I think I'll give it a try just to get an idea of how things go but from the spoilers someone has been posting it seems like a tiring drama a la sandglass.
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 7:19 AM
Where can you watch 49 Days on US telly?
Is it subbed?
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:21 AM
It is subbed I'm watching it on tkc ( the korean channel).
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Alvina
April 15, 2011 at 9:56 AM
I TOTALLY see how it's like Drop Dead Diva.
that's actually a really good comparison. And, hot reaper boy to boot.
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:22 PM
Okay I'm halfway through episode 2 of 49 days right now and I am loving in it!!!!!!!! I love it. it is a total rip off of a few dramas but in a mocking way I think.
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 7:15 AM
Welcome!
I really like the Thornbirds.
I wait until my quiet Sundays to watch the episodes so it's hard to post about it here and now.
I end up adding very late comments to OT in hopes someone reads them and replies.
If you do a search on some of the older OT's you'll see various comments through-out.
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elle loves kdrama
April 15, 2011 at 7:59 AM
I know exactly how you feel! I watch bits and pieces on my quiet Friday and wait until Sunday to watch them with subs, so it's hard to share on this week's episode in the OT. I already watched 13 and 14 (w/o subs) and I can't wait to understand what they are saying because they looked like great and fast paced episodes.
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far away
April 15, 2011 at 4:38 PM
It is Friday already!!
same here! I wait till Sunday to watch it with subs and then the OT is already over and I go crazy because simply I wanna yell and talk about that evil women and that adorable second lead guy :(
I'm still waiting for the moment both YuKyung and Youngjo regret what they did to Jung Eun. I want them to suffer and cry and be so miserable. I'm not that evil but they both deserve it, don't they?
I don't get how that evil women act like a caring mother or a good daughter trying to look for her mother and see if she is doing well, as if she really cars, and at the same time is still doing all the bad things she used to do to her (only) frriend. aish, I keep yelling at my screen (chechaaa!? now you are crying!?! I don't buy that so don't ever try )
I feel bad for Kang Woo and I really want him to get the girl but I know that won't happen :(
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Elllen
April 15, 2011 at 8:17 AM
Hi! G'day!
Thorn Birds...eeeek....evil woman Yukyung!!
I really like Kang Woo. He really seems sincere & cares for JungEun. His challenge to court her made Youngjo propose to JungEun. I know that he's sincere to too but I feel as though he hasn't got over Yukyong, has he? Or its just that he's too busy with business because his goal is to do well & show Yukyung. His frequent business lunch with that fiery business woman might tempt him to betray Jung Eun.
Would the evil woman, Yukyung still want him back?
Maybe Kang Woo will offer his shoulder to JungEun to cry on.
I'm afraid to say more...for now...later. Enjoy!
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elle loves kdrama
April 15, 2011 at 8:40 AM
As much as I want Joo Sang Wook to get the girl, I have to agree that he doesn't seem to love Jung Eung. He obviously cares for her deeply, but he is still affected by what happened with the evil Han PD. He simply cannot end up with that evil woman again... under any circumstances. Gah! my blood pressure just went up again!
Everything else being equal, by next week, I think I will start rooting for Kan Woo.
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jomo143
April 15, 2011 at 9:15 AM
ORLY? I have only watched it raw, so I don't know how he sounded.
If he likes bad girls, which he has proven repeatedly, you are right.
My biggest fear is that when finds out the Evil One had his baby, he will fall back in love with her because eventually she will redeem herself and be a good oma. Six more episodes, it could happen.
But I feel the same way about Kang Woo being too nice for JE.
elle loves kdrama
April 15, 2011 at 9:40 AM
"My biggest fear is that when finds out the Evil One had his baby, he will fall back in love with her because eventually she will redeem herself and be a good oma."
Omo! That never crossed my mind, but I am now very nervous at the possibility. NO, writers, NO!
Linda165
April 15, 2011 at 3:15 PM
I'm so addicted to Thorn Birds is not even funny anymore. I love Young Jo to death. I agree with you all and I think he still doesn't love Jung Eun. And that effing official poster keeps bothering me! The one with Young Jo hugging Jung Eun, but holding Evil Fish Eye Biatch's arm. If you watch it closely is like he is trying to reach EFEB but Jung Eun is interfering between them. I don't like it one bit. It gives me nightmares at night. Also, how much I hate that, besides Twinkle Twinkle, this is the show that takes longer to sub (I really really love you subbers!!).
The poster:
http://wiki.d-addicts.com/File:Thorn_Birds.jpg
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far away
April 15, 2011 at 4:51 PM
totally agree! I hate that poster too. It is like the not-so-evil guy get to win the nice girl while at the same time he is still trying to hold onto the so-evil girl!! ugh. She is there because she is stupid enough to believe him and he was selfish enough to let her in. aaaaaaaaaaah it drives me crazy :(
I didn't like both of them in this drama. I can't feel bad or sorry for them. They deserve more.
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April 16, 2011 at 3:16 AM
I'm sorry Jomo I find the lead girl in Thorn Birds terribly annoying. I feel like doing a Sadako on her; Sadako climbs out of the tv right? Well, I feel like climbing INTO the tv, clobbering her on the head and throwing her into a well. I just feel like screaming at her: GET A LIFE! WHY DO YOU LET THESE PPL WALK ALL OVER YOU? ARE YOU A HUMAN BEING OR A DOORMAT????? It's so ridiculous to do the things she does for Evil Woman....I know she's a thorn bird, geez I know they are ALL thorn birds but pleaseeeee I can't take the suffering silently thing anymore argh Just talking about it makes me annoyed! OK gotta go gaze at Kang-ahhhhh for kind, peaceful thoughts. Kang-ahhhhh where are youuuu
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jomo143
April 16, 2011 at 7:24 AM
Yes, it is very cathartic watching the extremes of good and evil and yelling at the screen.
As someone said before, if you don't enjoy wanting to kill fictional characters, this is NOT the show for you.
But it's so addicting when you do.
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creidesca
April 15, 2011 at 7:20 AM
quoting dramaok (pretty much everyone's reaction after watching the preview for EP 14 before KBS posted the written preview many, many hours later):
"the main lead is about to be engaged and us the audience dont' now who the groom-prospect is. o.O"
It also doesn't help that we were given a relationship chart that may just be misleading.
So, there's still hope for 2nd male lead to get the girl, I think that's what is driving us bananas.
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pohonphee
April 15, 2011 at 8:12 AM
Welcome to OT!
Thorn bird is in my to-watch k drama list because you know who he, he, he :D
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 9:59 AM
GWEN!!! WELCOME!!!
*shouts enthusiastically, jumping up and down and spraying Gwen with silly string*
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Viola
April 15, 2011 at 10:56 AM
MJP!! So, it was you who swiped my silly strings! But since it was for a good cause and all I forgive you. *hugs* :P
WELCOME To OT Gwen :)
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 3:28 PM
Viola,
Yeah, I swiped it... Sorry. *hugs* You know I have to play!
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Elllen
April 15, 2011 at 7:28 PM
Really good. Best friends, one is so evil you love to hate & stomp, the other too nice she needs to be bad to deal with her evil best friend who bullies her & allows it.
The evil woman is full of hatred. She grabs the love interest of her naive best friend, frames her about a scandal she created that destroyed the lives of those affected. She dumps responsibility on her naive best friend...a family she could have had. 6 years later, evil friend comes back, stalking & bullying her naive friend. She's secretly jealous & perhaps regret but shock is a better word...that her friend is happy with a family that should be hers. Its now on ep 14...a happy event is about to take place for the nice friend...the evil friend turns up to stop it. Secrets maybe revealed from hereon...the secrets, lies & videotape scandal!!!
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Elllen
April 15, 2011 at 8:06 PM
...continuing "Thorn Birds" where secret lies & the video tape maybe revealed...
Evil woman, Yukyung got a lot of explaining to reason out why she's stopping YoungJo "getting on" with JungEun.
As much as I'd love the union of YoungJo & "his kiddO", JungEun I'm not convinced yet that he's got the evil woman out of his sytem. Not yet...and I sense betrayal(seduction) with that fiery business woman if they keep on meeting...work, lunch, dinners...
I don't mind Kang woo with Jung Eun, he has shown sincerity & loyalty towards her since they met. I was touched when he asked YJ whose affection is greater for JungEun. YJ for being with her for 6yrs or his(Kangwoo) for missing her & longing for her those 6yrs. This chat prompted or maybe pushed YJ to pursue JE quickly.
Kang woo might still have a chance to show his love & care to JE. If YJ & JE love& trust each other strongly no one can separate them, but...*evil woman on the prowl*
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6 Christine
April 15, 2011 at 7:00 AM
Just watched Manny! So sweet & funny! I can't wait until weekend to watch ep.3
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7 Emily- TytoAlba
April 15, 2011 at 7:02 AM
TGIF EVERYONE!!!!!
Wow this week has been horrible.... Been up until 2 every morning, waking up at 5:30 to start the day, and it wasn't even for a k-drama!!! Sigh.
But it's nice to sign on and see an Open Thread. It's like a small reprieve from the stress of the week, to be able to talk to all of you wonderful people. Hugs to all!!
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mud
April 15, 2011 at 7:21 AM
Fear not, you are not alone..... not in the UFO sense, but because there are others following the same sad routine. FIGHTING!!
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 10:05 AM
*receives warm hugs, gives warm hugs in return*
Ah, just what I needed today, a hug! :-)
Thanks!
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Viola
April 15, 2011 at 10:57 AM
*Hugs back * :) I hope next week is better for you! :)
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ar
April 15, 2011 at 1:42 PM
That IS horrible! I hope you'll get some sleep this weekend!!
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8 mud
April 15, 2011 at 7:03 AM
OMG!!! TGIF!!! This week (or the next 2 for that matter) can not end soon enough! This is the home-stretch (sort-of, barring a little summer school) of undergrad for me. Anyone else studying for final exams, yet still lurking around dramabeans? =)
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Emily- TytoAlba
April 15, 2011 at 7:15 AM
Hear, hear!!! Dramabeans is like the last thing I check before going
to bed, to stay current on recaps and whatnot.
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mud
April 15, 2011 at 7:26 AM
LOL, dramabeans is like the first and last thing I check before calling it a day.
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ljjdramas
April 16, 2011 at 2:38 PM
lol! dramabeans (by rss feed) is what i check every 10 minutes xD
and i just love rereading recaps of dramas (:
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9 Emily
April 15, 2011 at 7:03 AM
TGIF EVERYONE!!!!!
Wow this week has been horrible.... Been up until 2 every morning, waking up at 5:30 to start the day, and it wasn't even for a k-drama!!! Sigh.
But it's nice to sign on and see an Open Thread. It's like a small reprieve from the stress of the week, to be able to talk to all of you wonderful people. Hugs to all!!
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Emily
April 15, 2011 at 7:04 AM
Sorry this duplicated itself.... The message remains, though!!
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Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 7:06 AM
OT was just wanting to help you emphasize how horrible your week really was...
On that topic, I hope next week is better for you!!! *hugs* :)
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Emily- TytoAlba
April 15, 2011 at 7:12 AM
Thanks!!! *hugs back*
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Neimat Ilyas
April 15, 2011 at 10:00 AM
Hhaha I love how you said 'it wasn't even for a k-drama'......so glad im no the only one up so late and waking up early.....
Open thread is the best place to let it out. Hope you feel better. Have a great weekend. And hopefully a better week next!
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10 Arhazivory
April 15, 2011 at 7:04 AM
Happy Friday everyone.
I'm going to start Can You Hear My Heart today. Me and my mum will start watching it together. Need to watch the final two eps of Thank You.
I am sooooo loving the Duo and I watched the first 2 eps of 49 Days. Really pulled me in.
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11 Maez
April 15, 2011 at 7:07 AM
Happy friday everyone.
Glad only one class on fridays :) then off to the mall.
Anyone else think 49 days just keeps getting better and better?
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:13 AM
I just started 49 days last night. I'm glad I waited for two reasons one there are several recaps so I won't ever have a cliff hanger and all the current fans are testament to the quality. However there are a lot of you're beautiful fan's and I dropped it and picked it up and dropped it again. hmm
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woolly
April 15, 2011 at 7:18 AM
You won't regret 49 Days!
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:24 AM
I don't think so either. I get the feeling as I see less of the real ji hyun it will only get better and better.
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Sarah
April 15, 2011 at 7:36 AM
That's how I felt too, but she definitely grows on you whether you like it or not (and I don't!). Anyway, I'm super jealous that you get it subbed on TCK. But then again, I don't think I could've waited until now to start it.
Ashley Thomas
April 15, 2011 at 7:50 AM
I'd been holding off on 49 Days, also, because I just wanted to be sure that it would be enjoyable, but at this point everyone has pretty much convinced me...it's going on my list of dramas-to-watch!
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:28 PM
I'm watching 49 days episode 2 and loving it!!!! why is it sooo good after so many so-so dramas of 2011????
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12 come2noona
April 15, 2011 at 7:11 AM
Ji Jin Hee.
I absolutely adore him. He is not the best actor... but there is just something about him....*sigh*
It seems that most of the characters he plays have a boyish quality to them, which I find endearing. However I would love to see him to take on a more complex character. I think if I saw him in a hot kissing scene I would spontaneously combust. That is a risk I'd be willing to take.
Happy Friday!
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pohonphee
April 15, 2011 at 7:44 AM
I LIKE ji jin-hee. He's good when acting comical character. I really like him in The Man Who Can't Get Married. I don't know much about his roles before Jewel in The Palace, seem like he got more serious kind of role. @.@ But I love him playing comical so... :3
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MJP
April 15, 2011 at 3:49 PM
*quickly cut and pastes Ji Jin Hee to research*
I went through the list of Dramawiki shows and realize I haven't seen him in anything. What show of his do you like the best?
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come2noona
April 15, 2011 at 4:26 PM
I loved him in Dong Yi. Chonahhhhhhh! He was the reason I could watch every single blinking episode of that drama. He was good in Jewel in the Palace too. He starred in The Man Who Can't Get Married (good) and Spotlight (ok). He's been some others that I can't think of right now. Truth be told... I think he is hot. He wears traditional Korean costumes exceptionally well. Yep, he makes me all melty.
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13 beggar1015
April 15, 2011 at 7:11 AM
Just finished Dream High. Oh Sam Dong-ah, how you make this grown woman cry! Oh Jin Man, if there's a sequel to this show, you should be the star teacher the next time around. Didn't like the ending, though. It was sort of "Meh" to me.
On another topic: does anyone know a website that has Hair Show with English subs? I've not had any luck finding it.
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Ranter
April 15, 2011 at 2:15 PM
I just have to say something about "Dream High."
After watching the last two episodes of "49 Days" I realize who the real hero is in "Dream High." The comments and idea about "allowing the person you love to misunderstand you so you do not have to offer excuses" is exactly what Jin-gook did. He takes a job and leaves "home" so that he can stay in Korea (not go to the USA) to be near his love. He is totally misunderstood and maligned for that.
I agree that the person who plays Sam-dong is the best actor, but I do not feel SD is the hero of the show.
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Linda165
April 15, 2011 at 3:26 PM
Gook aaaaaaaaah!!
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14 woolly
April 15, 2011 at 7:16 AM
Loving 49 Days~ woot! :)
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 9:06 PM
49 days is great!!!!
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15 Endroinr
April 15, 2011 at 7:18 AM
Hi everyone.
Is Dream High worth to continue watching?
=)
Just want to know
Does anyone have the problem of almost never finishing a drama, but always starting new ones? I have like atleast 30 dramas i still need to finish watching... ;-;
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April 15, 2011 at 7:23 AM
What episode are you on now? In my opinion the earlier episodes can be a bit tedious to watch but it definitely gets better. Episodes 13 and 14 are the best.
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:34 AM
endroinr do you stop watching because you suddenly get two or three dramas for the price of one? or do you reanimate disbelief when you're supposed to suspend it? It's true there are only a few perfectly rounded dramas and even those have a mother who loses her mind and mistakes her rival's son for her son and puts the knaso on her daughters childhood to adulthood love or endless boiler problems and a fire at the factory or a disapproving parent just when the couple reunites after the guy left without a word for 6 months, but you should still stick with them.
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come2noona
April 15, 2011 at 9:07 AM
Exactly ahjummabunny! Well put!
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pipit
April 15, 2011 at 6:45 PM
I have the same problem. The time is short and there's so much to watch. I'm also counting on what other people say/their reviews when deciding whether to start a drama or not. Innitially I wanted to try Torn Bird but base on what I read hear I think I pass. What I hate the most in Kdrama is when it increases my blood presure.
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Elllen
April 15, 2011 at 8:32 PM
Yeah...if you don't like the feeling of loving to hate the evil woman in "Thorn Birds" the feeling of wanting to slap & pulling her hair...that face you love to hate!! But its good...has made my blood warm & circulate more.
*New Tales of Gisaeng* is a drama that does not have evil people...not very damaging as Thorn's...
The dance of GongJu got me watching at the start, Damo captivated the first time he saw Saran, they dated but must not touch! but they fell in love! Their fiery love story begins...
Then there's about parents looking for their kids they gave away or just found out about!
Damo is really cute, cocky but learning to mature through his passion (love) for Saran.
Love the song of Saran that made Damo choke, painfully regretting...
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Elllen
April 15, 2011 at 8:44 PM
New Tales of Gisaeng ep 24...Saran sings while Damo chokes as he thinks about their meeting, their dates, their happy times, sad times...
Here's a bit of Saran's song that pains Damo...
The moment I first saw you,
My heart trembled greatly,
You must have had a premonition,
That I'd fall in love with you.
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16 ...
April 15, 2011 at 7:20 AM
Happy friday everyone. :) Are there any streaming sites for King Geunchogo or should I just download it raw?
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:25 AM
I've been watching the excellent king geunchogo on mysoju.com dramasyle.com. It is really good isn't it? I never thought sageuk could be this great!!!
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:27 AM
however the websites don't seem to be caught up with the tv. On tv it's episodes 30,31 this weekend and I think the websites only have until 22 subbed.
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April 15, 2011 at 7:33 AM
Thanks! :) I've been meaning to watch it ever since it started but school got in the way :/ I do hope Eunjung won't suck in this.
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:38 AM
I haven't been watching for eunjung but there are some great warrior women in this drama. And believably so. The story is great.
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17 smalltowngirl
April 15, 2011 at 7:25 AM
Hello all! This is my first time posting on the Open Thread... Am I the only one obsessed with 49 days?? :) The characters have such great chemistry, its hard to choose which couple to root for!!
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:28 AM
hello smalltowngirl!
Welcome to ot. Let's have fun today
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smalltowngirl
April 15, 2011 at 7:39 AM
Thank you!! :D
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janna
April 15, 2011 at 7:31 AM
I got excited when I saw the listing for a show called "While you Were Sleeping" then I read the plot synopsis. ... Sigh. Show, you got my hopes up for two minutes.
But it's okay, I'm already counting down for Baby Faced Beauty, Best Love and Lie to Me. So much to watch.
I might be one of the few watching Crime Squad. It's uhh I don't know, kind of dumb fun.
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janna
April 15, 2011 at 7:33 AM
Why did that hit reply? Oops. Anyways I do love watching 49 Days too. (Sorry about that)
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 7:41 AM
which channel is crime squad on and what came before it? I want to watch it for lee jong hyuk. I really want to see him get the girl ( I was disappointed when he didn't in powerful opponents)
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janna
April 15, 2011 at 9:01 AM
I watch it online, but the internet tells me it's on KBS2 and Dream High was in that time slot before it. It's on Monday&Tuesdays nights. (The title is actually Homicide, if you're searching in Korean)
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ahjummabunny
April 15, 2011 at 9:25 AM
I think dream high ended this week on tv so I missed the premiere of crime squad gaaah! but I'll catch it next week. I like dumb fun.